Get ready to celebrate the magic of the holiday season with a touch of country charm!
The Vinita Area Chamber of Commerce warmly invites you to the Annual Christmas Parade on Thursday, December 3, 2026, at 6:30 PM. This year, we are bringing the holiday spirit to life in downtown
Vinita with our vibrant and festive theme: "A Holly Dolly Christmas!"
Gather your family, friends, and lawn chairs to line the historic streets of Route 66. Spectators will experience a spectacular night procession filled with dazzling light displays, creative festive floats, live holiday music, marching bands,... and local community groups, all celebrating the joy of the season.
🏆 Cash Prizes & Entry Categories
We are calling on all local businesses, schools, non-profits, and creative residents to join the procession! To make this year bigger and brighter than ever, cash rewards will be presented to the top entries evaluated by our panel of judges:
• Judge's Overall Favorite: $150
• Best Float / Best Walking Entry / Best Music / Best Band: $100 each
• Best Youth Participation / Best Use of Lights / Best Vehicle: $50 eac
